Hi, my name is Ralu Chase
I am an international, documentary family photographer based in Essex, UK.

Over the years (more than 15 now!), I have photographed in many different styles. It has been a long journey and through it all, the photos that have remained as the most meaningful to me are those that have a real story behind them. The photographs that make it onto my walls and into my family albums are those that take me back to an exact moment in time, the ones that preserve a memory so perfectly candid that even 1000 words could not express it. Which is why the documentary photography has become my favourite style.

I am in love with people's stories and I am passionate about capturing real life just as it happens. I prefer using a documentary approach to all my photography, because it allows me to tell your story in an authentic way, capturing the real human connections and natural beauty of everyday life.

Worldwide travel seems to be in my DNA - call it severe wanderlust if you wish! - so no matter where you are on this planet, I would jump with joy at the chance to come and photograph you.

Living in 3 different countries on 2 different continents, I have learned to go with the flow in almost everything. But just as importantly, I have also learned that people all have their own unique ways of seeing, celebrating and facing life. We might go through similar situations, but the way we handle them is what makes us unique.

The most challenging - and the most rewarding - part of my job is showing off each person's individuality through my photography.

There is amazing beauty in transforming a fleeting moment into a piece of art that will always remind you of the people you love and the reasons you love them so dearly.
It would be my privilege to do that for you.